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SW56 EDE

2007 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

169,727 mi
Last recorded169,727 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Volvo V70103,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW56 EDE
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 169,727 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2026 169,721 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated to cord (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated to cord (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 153,386 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 144,109 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 126,859 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2022 119,386 miles

ALL TYRES close to low tread wear indicators

BOTH front bottom arm bushes showing some wear / movement

BOTH front brake discs showing waiver

n/s park brake low on efficiency

Pass 26 Apr 2021 109,588 miles

25% imbalance across front brakes

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

condensation inside n/s/r light lens

exhaust rear section corroded

rear screen wiper blade split

Pass 28 Aug 2020 108,721 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 28 Aug 2020 108,721 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 103,026 miles

exhaust rear section corroding

n/s/f strut top bearing rough

n/s/r upper side light not working

Pass 16 Aug 2018 95,523 miles

n/s/f brake hose slightly perishing

o/s/f brake hose slightly perishing

Fail 15 Aug 2018 95,523 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (1.6 (e))

n/s/f brake hose slightly perishing

o/s/f brake hose slightly perishing

Pass 18 Aug 2017 88,605 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 82,368 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 82,368 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 75,477 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 1 Sep 2015 75,477 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported Both rear hanger corroded off (7.1.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 64,207 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 60,718 miles

no smoke detected on diesel smoke test

Pass 5 Oct 2011 53,864 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 48,830 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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SW56 EDE is a 2007 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2007 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 103,558 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW56 EDE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 19 years old, this Volvo V70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SW56 EDE registered?

SW56 EDE is a 2007 Volvo V70, first registered on 21 September 2007.

Is SW56 EDE safe to buy?

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